Patience the key as Vintcent targets Scotland
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyRoss Vintcent has had to be patient as he takes his first steps in international rugby during the 2024 Guinness Men's Six Nations. The Italy back-rower made his debut off the bench away to Ireland in...
Mcinally: Memories of Massimo mean a lot to me
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyThere’s a lot of resonance behind the trophy Scotland and Italy compete for. The Cuttitta Cup is named after Massimo Cuttitta, the former Italy captain and Scotland scrum coach who passed away three...
George North and Nick Tompkins not rocked by shock omission – Warren Gatland
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWales boss Warren Gatland has sprung a major selection surprise by omitting established centres George North and Nick Tompkins from his line-up for Sunday’s Guinness Six Nations clash with France. But...
Bigi called up to replace injured Manfredi for Scotland clash
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyMarco Manfredi will not be available for Italy's match against Scotland after Zebre Parma hooker underwent instrumental tests on the morning of Monday 4 March which highlighted a muscular distraction...
Ireland vs Wales: Media reaction
1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby“Men against boys” was the verdict of one UK-based writer after Ireland’s 31-7 victory over Wales on Saturday afternoon. Andy Farrell’s side were admittedly not firing on all cylinders...
England’s Joe Marler fired up by sight of Scottish Calcutta Cup celebrations
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyJoe Marler is desperate to help England wrestle back the Calcutta Cup on Saturday after growing exasperated with Scotland’s recent dominance of the fixture. The 33-year-old prop grew up in an era...
5 talking points as Scotland and England renew hostilities in Six Nations
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland and England renew hostilities when they meet in rugby’s oldest international fixture at Murrayfield on Saturday. For both sides it is win or bust in a critical Guinness Six Nations round-three...
Talking points as Ireland look to continue Grand Slam hunt against winless Wales
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland face their next challenge on Saturday in the quest for historic back-to-back Six Nations Grand Slams. Andy Farrell’s team tackle Wales in Dublin, having taken pole position following bonus-point...
Scotland vs England Prediction and Preview
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWe look ahead to Saturday’s 2024 Guinness Men’s Six Nations match in Edinburgh with our Scotland vs England prediction and preview. Moving on after your heart has been...
World Rugby Men's Rankings preview: 24-25 February, 2024
1 month ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has published the ranking permutations for the third round of the Guinness Men's Six Nations this weekend. Permutation highlights: Ireland and France – the two highest ranked teams...
